Phyllida

Phyllida is an alternative form of Phyllis and means 'the leaf'. The name originates from the ancient Greek word phýllon, which means 'leaf, petal, foliage'. This variant is, like Phyllis, mainly found in English-speaking countries.

What does the name Phyllida mean?

Phyllida is a variant of Phyllis and means 'the leaf', derived from the ancient Greek term phýllon for 'leaf, petal, foliage'. In this context, Phyllida, like Phyllis, is mainly encountered in English-speaking regions. Other variants include Philis, Phillis, Phylis, and Phyliss, as well as the Spanish form Filis and the Turkish form Filiz.

Where does the name Phyllida come from?

The name Phyllida has its origins in ancient Greek and means 'the leaf'. The ancient Greek word phýllon is composed of terms for leaf, petal, and foliage. It is primarily used in English.

How do you pronounce Phyllida?

Filleeda

Popularity

In Germany, Phyllida is a rather rare first name. In 2013, it ranked 3,816th on the list of the most common female first names. Between 2010 and 2024, Phyllida was given as a first name in Germany fewer than 10 times, placing it at 10,750th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.

Famous people

• Phyllida Anam-Áire (author, poet, psychotherapist, shaman)
• Phyllida Ashley (American pianist)
• Phyllida Barlow (British contemporary artist)
• Phyllida Crowley Smith (English dancer and actress)
• Phyllida Law (British actress)
• Phyllida Lloyd (British film and theater director)